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In 1986 the International Olympic Committee (IOC) changed its charter to allow "all the world's great male and female athletes to participate." * Therefore, it was after this date that professional athletes began to compete in the Olympics.* http://www.pbs.org/newshour/forum/july96/olympics_7-23.html
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What Canadian athletes are competing in the 2008 Olympics?
As of June 9, 2008 the entire Canadian team has not been put into place. To see those athletes that will be competing in Beijing, click on the 'Canadian Athletes in the 2008 Games' link below.
How long has Canada been competing in the Olympics?
Canada has been competing in the Olympics since 1900. Canada has been competing in both the Summer Olympics and the Winter Olympics.
Who is the Australian swimmer that has been banned from competing at the Beijing Olympics?
Nick D'Arcy.
How many Olympics has US been in?
USA has been in every Summer Olympics, except the 1980 Games, and every Winter Olympics. That makes USA competing in 25 Summer Olympics and 20 Winter Olympics
How many professional athletes have there been?
over a million
How many times has holly bleasdale been in the Olympics?
The 2012 Games in London will Holly's first time competing at the Olympics.
Is daley Thompson competing in the 2012 Olympics?
At 54 he was way to old and has not been an Olympics Medal winner since 1984
How many professional athletes have been on two professional sports teams?
Almost all of them
Who is the female peruvian javalen thrower on2008 oylmpics?
The female Peruvian javelin thrower at the 2008 Olympics was Shirley Díaz. She represented Peru in the women's javelin event, competing against athletes from around the world. Díaz has made contributions to athletics in Peru and has been an inspiration for female athletes in the country.
How long has Daniel keatings been competing in the Olympics for?
Daniel competed in his first Olympic games in 2008 in Beijing. China but he has been competing internationally for Great Britian since 2002
How long has the country been in the Olympices?
There are athletes from many countries in the Olympics. Which country are you asking about?
What is the percentage of professional athletes that have been in legal trouble?
A lot to a little.
